Pittsburgh fans celebrate Steelers homecoming run-in with police
Pittsburgh fans flooded downtown Liberty Avenue after the Steelers' Super Bowl win, then police swiftly controlled crowds in sub-freezing weather. About 190 arrests, buses diverted, bridges closed, and police dogs deployed as celebrations turned calmer than last year. A welcome-home parade is planned for the team.
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Gilder wins Phoenix Open as rookie shocks golf world
Corvallis native Bob Gilder, 25, rookie pro, captured the $200,000 Phoenix Open by two strokes over Roger Maltbie. Gilder shot 268, four under 67 in the final round, marking his first four rounds in the 60s. Maltbie finished 14 under, earning $22,800. Gilder promised most winnings for a new home.
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Records set in Sundays Super Bowl X
MIAMI UPI Records began Sunday in Super Bowl X with multiple career and game marks. Framed by Pitt and Dallas, Staubach and Harris starred in passing, rushing, and scoring feats while Swann and Bradshaw posted notable receiving and passing totals. The Channel 8 basketball game features Vermilion boosters later. Proceeds support the Vermilion Athletic Booster Club. call Charles Reed at 324-6103 for details.
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Swann's greatest game seals Steelers win over Cowboys
Lynn Swann hailed his MVP performance in Pittsburgh's Super Bowl victory over Dallas after playing through a concussion scare. He totaled 161 yards on four receptions, including a 64 yard TD, as the Steelers defended their title.
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That play changes momentum in Dallas Miami clash
Dallas coach Tom Landry termed a key punt block by Reggie Harrison as altering momentum, with Drew Pearson noting the play hurt Dallas after the punt bounced sharply. The exchange captures the pivotal moment in the game as Miami capitalized on the special teams play.
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Steelers edge Cowboys for first Super Bowl title since 1975
Pittsburgh, trailing late in the fourth, staged a dramatic rally in the 1976 Super Bowl. Terry Bradshaw connected with Lynn Swann for a decisive 5 yard score, Roy Gerela added three field goals, and Pittsburgh sealed a 21-17 victory over Dallas after a pivotal blocked punt by Dwight Harrison and a Glen Edwards interception. Staubach threw two TDs for Dallas but was harried by the Steel Curtain all game.
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Reggie Harrison’s comeback aided by faith and fate
A 1974 incident over a concealed weapon changed Reggie Harrison’s path. He later joined the Steelers via Dan Padakovich, with Radakovich praising his hard running and nickname Boobie. Amid prayers at chapel before a Super Bowl, Harrison reflects on faith guiding his career and life.
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